Where to go

It's a crazy time to visit one of New Zealand's most exciting and changeable cities. You'll find a colourful mix and a city full of surprises.

Christchurch City

Following the 2011 earthquakes, many buildings beyond repair were sadly pulled down. However, the resilience and creativity of the locals has shone through. Makeshift infrastructure - combining art with function - is all part of an ongoing crusade to rebuild a sustainable Christchurch. By involving local community groups and inspired individuals, organisations like Gap FillerOpens external site in a new window are creating temporary amenities and installations throughout the city.

When it comes to getting around, Christchurch is a compact city and its lack of hills makes it ideal for cycling and exploring on foot. Take a walk through Cathedral Square to Canterbury MuseumOpens external site in a new window, you'll notice a lot of street art as you go, a successful attempt by the locals to invigorate their surroundings with hope, colour and positivity.

Arthur's Pass & Selwyn

Arthur's Pass National park is a must for nature lovers, hikers and mountain climbers with it's magnificent flora, fauna and vistas of the Southern Alps.

Arthur's Pass Village is New Zealand's highest township and is the gateway to discovering this charming mountainous area on foot.

The snow-capped great divide running through the national park has differing landscapes on either side. To the West, thanks to high rainfall, are dense podocarp rainforests. Whereas the geography to the east features wide riverbeds and varying types of beech trees.

During the winter months, skiers and snowboarders are drawn to the 'Selwyn SixOpens external site in a new window' ski fields - often referred to as Canterbury's best kept secret. As well as the skiing and snowboarding, each area has its own unique culture, making a day on the slopes a unique experience.

Quick facts

Currency

New Zealand Dollar (NZ$)

Electricity

230V / 50 Hz

Population

366,100

Seasons

There are highlights to every seaon in Christchurch. Winter is cold so beanies and boots are necessary. Summer offers highs of 22C and dry weather. Autumn has its brilliant colours as the leaves change from green to red and spring brings the blossoms, festivals and new beginnings, including lambs in the fields and ducklings on the Avon.

Getting around

From the airport

Once you've arrived at Christchurch Aiport, travel into the city centre via taxi or the Metro Bus service. If you want to get straight to your hotel, you can pre-purchase an arrival transfer shuttleOpens external site.

Other destinations

Auckland

Wellington

Queenstown

Important Information

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